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This point, lateral to the umbilicus, regulates the Intestines and strengthens the Spleen; a key point for constipation and chronic diarrhoea.
Location
On the abdomen, 4 cun lateral to the centre of the umbilicus.
Anatomy
On the external and internal oblique and transversus abdominis; the tenth intercostal and inferior epigastric arteries; the tenth intercostal nerve.
Actions & Functions
- Regulates the Intestines and the qi of the abdomen
- Strengthens the Spleen
Indications
Constipation, diarrhoea and dysentery, abdominal pain and distension, and lower abdominal masses.
Needling
0.7-1.2 cun, perpendicular insertion.
Moxibustion Suitability
Suitable for moxibustion.
Point Combinations
With ST-25 and SJ-6 for constipation; with ST-37 for diarrhoea.
Classical Text References
A meeting point with the Yin Wei Mai; classically used for the Intestines.
Cautions & Contraindications
None specific.
Latest Research
Latest peer-reviewed research on this point will be summarised here, with citations linked to PubMed, via our research integration.